Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88

Renowned British artist David Hockney has passed away at the age of 88. Tributes have poured in from political leaders and the art community, celebrating his seven-decade career and his innovative contributions to contemporary art.
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Hockney was a globally influential figure whose work redefined landscape and portrait painting, leaving a lasting impact on modern visual culture.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Helen Bushby Culture reporter PA Media Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has joined the art world in paying tribute to David Hockney, one of the UK s most important and influential artists, who has died at the age of 88.
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